Free speech is the foundation of higher education and paramount to fulfilling the university’s mission of teaching, research and engagement.
Institutional Neutrality
USU does not take official positions on topics unrelated to its core mission, responsibilities, or legal obligations.
Free Speech Laws and Policies
Freedom of expression is protected by federal and state law and by university policy.
Limits of Free Speech
Speech may not be protected in specific circumstances and USU may regulate the time, place, and manner of free expression activities.
Planning an Event
Students are encouraged to create opportunities to gather and learn, but the university may regulate the time, place, and manner of activities.
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FAQ: The First Amendment and Campus Life
The following video is created and provided by the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE), a nonpartisan organization dedicated to defending and sustaining the individual rights of students and faculty members at America’s colleges and universities. FIRE provides lessons and resources to inform campus communities about free speech.